TBC Press - Outdoor Hunting, Fishing News

   The Missouri Conservation Commission approved recommendations from the MDC for upcoming 2020 migratory-game-bird-hunting seasons and 2020-2021 waterfowl-hunting seasons. Dove season kicks off fall migratory game bird seasons and will run Sept. 1 through Nov. 29. Teal duck hunting kicks of the 2020-21 Waterfowl hunting season Sept 12-27. Youth waterfowl hunting days are... READ MORE

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The MDC announces it will offer Missourians the state’s first elk-hunting season in modern history starting fall 2020. Four general permits will be for the public and one permit will be reserved for qualifying area landowners. Apply for the random elk-permit lottery May 1 - 31 online, through a permit vendor, or by calling 1-800-392-4115. For this first elk season, MDC has designated a nine-day archery portion running Oct. 17-25 and a nine-day firearms portion running... READ MORE

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   The Montana 2020 paddlefish seasons on the Yellowstone and Lower Missouri rivers (yellow tag) are canceled. There are also no proposed changes to the archery paddlefish season (blue tag) in the Dredge Cuts below Fort Peck Dam. Both of these opportunities are subject to change if angler congestion becomes an issue. Paddlefish season on the Upper Missouri River from Fort Benton downstream to Fort Peck Dam (white tag) will remain in place, however... READ MORE

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Following the extension of Montana Gov. Steve Bullock’s directive that out of state travelers must quarantine for 14 days, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks director Martha Williams has suspended nonresident hunting seasons for spring turkey and black bear until at least April 24. On Tuesday, Gov. Bullock extended the mandatory quarantine directive related to COVID-19 through April 24 for travelers arriving in Montana from... READ MORE

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   ODFW is closing recreational hunting, fishing, crabbing and clamming to non-residents due to concerns about travel to Oregon to participate in these outdoor activities. Such travel could spread the virus and put more of a burden on Oregon’s rural communities. As of Friday April 10 at 11:59 p.m., non-residents may no longer participate in these activities in Oregon. The restriction extends until COVID-19 restrictions are lifted and... READ MORE

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Turkey hunters in West Virginia can anticipate increased harvest opportunities during this year's spring gobbler season, scheduled to open Monday, April 20. However, Social Distancing is a MUST along with the Leave No Trace principles, including pack-in and pack-out, to keep outdoor spaces safe and healthy. The youth turkey season has been expanded to include an extra day. This year, the youth turkey season will be... READ MORE

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   Gov. Evers' Safer at Home order recognizes outdoor activity as an essential activity. As such, the Wisconsin 2020 Spring Turkey Season will proceed without changes to the season dates or management zones. Social Distancing however is a MUST along with the Leave No Trace principles, including pack-in and pack-out, to keep outdoor spaces safe and healthy. Youth turkey hunt set for April 11 - 12. The 2020 spring turkey season will run April 15 - May 26, with six seven-day periods with... READ MORE

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   Louisiana (LDWF) is reminding the public that Tunica Hills Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is closed to all users during weekends in April except turkey hunter lottery participants. The closure is to protect the public during weekend turkey lottery hunts and open turkey hunting on the WMA and is part of the 2019-20 hunting season regulations. The WMA is still open to the public during weekdays in April. Turkey lottery hunts will be held April 11-12 and... READ MORE

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   The Pennsylvania (PFBC) opened the statewide 2020 trout season Tuesday, April 7, 2020. This measure allows properly licensed anglers and youth to begin fishing for and harvesting trout. All regulations, sizes, and creel limits apply. To participate in trout fishing, anglers must have a Pennsylvania fishing license and Trout/Salmon Permit, both of which may be purchased online using the FishBoatPA mobile app for smartphones. ALL anglers and boaters must abide by social distancing guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and... READ MORE

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   Prospective Minnesota bear hunters have until Friday, May 1, to apply for a bear hunting license. Applications for the 2020 season should be submitted online or via telephone at 888-665-4236. A total of 3,575 licenses are available in 13 permit areas. Bear licenses cost $44 for residents and $230 for nonresidents, and there is a $5 application fee. The season is open from Sunday, Sept. 1, through... READ MORE

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The New Mexico DGF temporarily closed multiple WMA's and Open Gate properties effective April 6 to promote public safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. The health and safety of New Mexico’s hunters, anglers, outdoor recreationists, small communities and healthcare workers is our top priority, said Director Mike Sloane. We cannot ignore the crowds that have begun gathering at these popular fishing areas and have taken this action for the protection of all New Mexicans. Closures include... READ MORE

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With the Arkansas 2020 youth turkey hunt opens April 11-12 and opening day on April 13, many hunters are already getting antsy to scout some new territory for the season. This year also may be the year many new hunters decide to take to the turkey woods for a healthy alternative to cabin fever. The name of the game when it comes to turkey hunting is space. Putting some distance between you and the next hunter is essential to get your chance at a bird this spring. Setting up too close to another hunter can... READ MORE

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   Delaware’s statewide four-week-long spring turkey hunting season opens Saturday, April 11 through Saturday, May 9. Hunting hours are a half-hour before sunrise until 1 p.m. Monday through Saturday, with no Sunday hunting. Youth hunters on the one-day turkey hunt must be accompanied by an adult 21 years of age or older who has completed a Delaware-approved turkey hunter safety course and who has a Delaware hunting license or... READ MORE

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